ACTLD - Avenue Wielemans Ceuppens 45/1 - 1190 Brussels - - Phone +32 2 340 60 30 - Fax +32 2 453 28 51 - www.actld.com Since 1995 ACTLD provides lighting and visual environment design services. For over 23 years, our experienced ABOUT US team, with its expertise in architecture, art, set design, interior design, lighting, graphic design and science, has never stopped innovating throughout new challenging projects on an international scale.

With an integrated approach we share our know how in lighting, architecture, technology and entertainment to bring satisfaction to our clients and the public. By offering distinctive lighting and visual environment solutions and outstanding results we place the human experience and sustainability at the very center of our reflection.

As independent lighting designers, we aim at integrating our creative sensibility, innovation and an emotional For over 24 years we never stopped Belgium based ACTLD provides Our experienced team is drawn touch to architectural projects, and at combining our pragmatism, perfectionism and a technical expertise in to innovate throughout new chal- full-service lighting and visual en- from diverse backgrounds and the entertainment and art installations work. lenging projects on an interna- vironment design. We share our fields of expertise such as archi- tional scale. Today we are one of know-how in lighting, architecture, tecture, art, set design, interior de- Collaborating with a wide range of creative individuals and industry professionals, architects, artistic directors, the world’s renowned independent technology and entertainment to sign, lighting, graphic design and producers, public bodies, developers and the end clients, we create schemes revealing, modifying or enhanc- lighting design agencies. bring satisfaction to our clients and theater. ing everyday life environment. The diversity of our team and skills guarantees the best understanding of our the public. client’s request & needs. Would it be for an architectural or entertainment project, in or abroad.

Using our creativity we do propose a tailor made service from conception to completion in order to meet the specific needs of our clients in terms of aesthetics, function, flexibility, maintenance and cost. Belgium As a team player we listen carefully to our client’s wishes and advise them accordingly to their goal. Greece Malta EXTENDED SCOPE OF SERVICES Our team speaks 12 languages. Surely we can understand you and respond to your needs.

TALENTS AWARD WINNING AGENCY Lighting Design Technical Direction We have been working in 26 countries , Belgium, Chi- ACTLD was awarded internationaly for it’s com- Architects System Engineering na, , , France, , Greece, In- mitment and innovation in the lighting industry Creative Direction Project Management dia, Irak, , Italy, , Kuwait, , Qa- over the years. Content Design tar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, , Spain, , The , Turkey, , , USA. OUR APPROACH

Our worldwide experience as independent lighting & visual environment designers has offered us the possibility to apply our philosophy and our know-how on several renowned projects around the world. In our methodology the priority is to bring our creative approach to modern architecture through visual design along with the latest technologies and ideas focusing on the respect and passion for the human experience.

We bring together stage lighting techniques (dynamic lighting, colour) and high quality architectural lighting equipment (durability, glare control) to create schemes revealing, modifying or enhancing everyday life environment. This approach gives us creative liberty, and opportunities for research and analysis, leading to innovation.

In our designs, we always keep the following goals in our mind:

•to improve the visual perception and understanding of our environment. •to use light, technology and design as an expressive tool, to bring a poetical value, an enhancement and a guidance to the people; •to integrate properly lighting or visual installation into architecture, keeping the entire environment as a whole; •to fulfill the technical requirements of lighting design; •to offer the turnkey solutions and spectacular effects by providing complementary services such as engineering, sound, visual content, video-led design, made to measure lighting objects, digital signage, logistic design for events, interactivity with the public, permanent & temporary scenography in order to deliver outstanding results maximize the added value.

We look for achieving the most creative lighting and visual design, in terms of aesthetics, function, flexibility, maintenance and cost. Our main responsibility is to create the environment of the highest quality for the users whilst continuously look- ing for equipment reducing energy consumption as far as possible and respecting the budget.

In the framework of tailor-made projects including live events and iconic buildings, we apply our know-how to provide not only innovative technical solutions for different types of architecture and facades, but also integrate the media, video content, interactive solutions, along with lighting design in order to produce distinctive visual effects, while conforming to the strict regulations concerning the construction materials, building norms and climatic conditions. Our main concern as lighting & visual environment designers is to bring our creative approach to modern architecture while offering a maximum coherence between all the visual elements and all its specificities from a human, architectural and a technical point of view.

INTERNSHIP At ACTLD, we are firm believers in providing university students with the opportunity to learn and practice lighting design in a real-world environment. For over a decade, ACTLD has offered paid internships, three per year, to selected students who understand the value of developing their skills while working alongside our experienced team, some of whom have become permanent staff. 5 © ACTLD www.actld.com 6 Koert Vermeulen Andrea Mantello Principal Designer - Founder & Managing Partner Principal Designer & Architect - Partner

Koert Vermeulen founded ACTLD, an independent lighting & visual design Originally from Turino, where he did study Architecture at the Polytecnico Uni- agency, versity, Andrea Mantello left his hometown in 2005 and is now based in Brus- sels. in Brussels/Belgium in 1995 and began creating lighting-, set-, video- and con- tent designs for large-scale events, “sound & light” shows, theatre and music As a passionate and dynamic architect, Andrea Mantello has continuously productions. Since 1998, he has expanded his work towards architectural light- searched for insight from fields outside of his main domain, beginning with a ing design for retail projects, city master plans, heritage sites and exhibitions. decade-long collaboration with renowned international artists like Giberto Zo- rio or Marco Gastini. Working chiefly with Arte Povera figures, he has been in In 2005, Koert designs for Franco Dragone the lighting & video for the prestig- charge of numerous installations and exhibitions both in Italy and beyond the ious permanent aquatic spectacle “Le Rêve”, at the Wynn Las Vegas Hotel & country’s borders. Casino in USA. In the same year he was appointed as a professor at the pres- tigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. As an architect Andrea has worked with several architectural firms in Helsinki, Berlin, Turin and Brussels, including Zvi Hecker and Andrea Bruno. As a member In 2010 Koert was selected to be the principal lighting and multimedia design- of OAT (Ordine Architetti Torino) and founding partner of TURN (the new design er for the opening and closing ceremony of the first Youth Olympic Games in community of Torino) he is active as both an architect and a designer. Designs Singapore. among which some have been awarded a number of prizes. His trajectory also features the setup of exhibitions, retail design and the conception of single Since 2006, he develops a new expression of contemporary Light Art installa- objects. tions such as “OVO” multi-sensory art object, “Tree rings” installation on the Champs-Elysées Avenue in Paris (2011 – 2014) and latest in date “Timeless Ele- His curiosity for the synergistic intermingling of art, architecture, design, space gance” (2015-2017) illumination of Regent Street in London. and light has led him to carve out a role for himself as a lighting designer within ACTLD Since 2014 Andrea is a partner of ACTLD leading a team of architects and Current innovative projects include notably “Neopter”, new generation of lighting designer focusing mainly on the architectural projects of ACTLD. drones destined to entertainment industry and “Immersive Experience”, a mul- ti-sensory approach to the architecture and retail environment.

For over 20 years, Koert never stopped to innovate and continues to experi- ment with new ways to enrapture audiences and to develop new design tech- niques, constantly researching new domains of application.

7 © ACTLD www.actld.com 8 ENVIRONMENT CREATIVE EXPERIENCE

BAN DE GASPERICH 13 BRIDGES OF TIME 66 HALA 2012 114 BRUSSELS AIRPORT 144 TOUR & TAXIS 16 DREAM BOX 67 DIABOLO 115 IMX SPIRAL 145 ERASMUS BRIDGE 17 ADITYA BIRLA GROUP AWARDS 69 ELITE MODEL LOOK 118 PLANETARIUM 149 RIVIERA SHOPPING MALL 20 ORIGIN 71 ELECTRABEL NIGHTS 2011 120 RINGS, CITY WALK 151 COLUMBUS 23 LA FLÈCHE DANS LES NUAGES 73 YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES 122 TIMELESS ELEGANCE 154 LA LOUVIÈRE 27 AURA OPENING 75 L’HOMME ASSIS DANS LE COULOIR 126 TREE RINGS 158 AEROVILLE 29 LE BALLET DES OMBRES HEUREUSES 77 HOLCIM 128 OVO 161 BRUSSELS CENTRAL 31 NAKED TRUTH 79 TELENET 130 ARBRES ET LUMIÈRES 164 LA DEFENSE 34 LIGHT MATTERS 81 THE FLYING TRUNK 132 FORBIDDEN FRUIT 166 HALLES ST GERY 35 MOTHER OF THE NATION 83 ARTHUR AND THE MINIMOYS 134 LES JUPITÉRIENNES 167 ECLAIREUR 37 PALLADIO 86 SBS 135 RECIPROCITY 169 STAM 39 BILZEN MYSTERIES 88 LE RÊVE 138 SAINTE MARIE 42 LUMIÈRE INTEMPORELLE 89 SANKO PARK 43 TREE OF LIFE 91 MADE TO MEASURE OPTIMUM 45 MONS 2015 96 SCHAERBEEK CITY HALL 48 INDIAN WEDDING 97 MADE TO MEASURE 173 MONGOLFIERA 50 NATIONA(A)L 99 BOOGIE 178 SAINTE WAUDRU 51 PUY DU FOU 102 NEOPTER 179 YPENBURG 53 THE SAHAJ ANAND WATER SHOW 103 GRAN SASSO 55 PLAISIRS D’HIVER 105 LILLE FIVES FCB 58 KING ABDULLAH SPORTS CITY 108 LOCUTORIUM 60 FESTIVITIES OF NAURYZ 110 TWENTEC 61 CINÉSCÉNIE - PUY DU FOU 111

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We conceive and illuminate projects such Retail projects, City Master Plans, Heritage Sites, Office Centers, Exhibitions and Museums. In these projects, our attention is given to several key elements such as originality, visual impact, strong statement and integration into the existing architecture. We offer solutions to get that “theatrical atmosphere” into an affordable and long-lasting experience.

BAN DE GASPERICH 13 TOUR & TAXIS 16 ERASMUS BRIDGE 17 RIVIERA SHOPPING MALL 20 COLUMBUS 23 LA LOUVIÈRE 27 AEROVILLE 29 BRUSSELS CENTRAL 31 LA DEFENSE 34 HALLES ST GERY 35 ECLAIREUR 37 STAM 39 SAINTE MARIE 42 SANKO PARK 43 OPTIMUM 45 SCHAERBEEK CITY HALL 48 MONGOLFIERA 50 SAINTE WAUDRU 51 YPENBURG 53 GRAN SASSO 55 LILLE FIVES FCB 58 LOCUTORIUM 60 TWENTEC 61 ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client Grossfeld Development Architect BAN DE GASPERICH Schemel Wirtz Landscape Andrew Phillips Lighting design study for the urban devel- Our approach is very minimalistic, by Year opment of the “Ban de Gasperich” area in looking to preserve as much obscurity 2018 Country Luxembourg: public and landscape light- as possible and providing light only were Luxembourg ing within the blocks and courtyards. required. We have developed various lighting atmospheres according to the This project required a close coordina- character of the different spaces to pro- tion with the landscape architect (gen- vide a richer variety of experiences while eral concept, luminaire integration…), walking around or crossing the area. We the architect (façade lighting, entrance have, for instance, enhanced the domes- lighting, accesses…) and with the tech- tic function by proposing warmer light nical and control services (emergency sources within the courtyards. lighting, standards…).

13 © ACTLD www.actld.com 14 TOUR & TAXIS

ACTLD was selected to develop the light- The pedestrian backbone of the histori- ing masterplan for the refurbishment of cal part is lit with subtly diffusing tubular the whole area of Tour & Taxis, an early luminaires located in between the trees. ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Principal Designer 20th century industrial site in Brussels. The other secondary streets and paths Client This site has now been developed into a are lit with the most discrete and sober Project T&T mixed area, gathering public institutions, projectors, shining light only on the re- Year activities and housing. ACTLD has tak- quired areas. These have been chosen 2017 en part with the team of architects and with a subtle industrial look that inte- Country engineers to combine beautiful Belgian grates well within the area. Belgium, Brussels architecture with the most innovative technologies of the time. The result? Within this background lighting, we ‘ve Buildings that still have all modern facil- added several unique features, such as a ities with an attractive, innovative flavor. video controlled media installation in the glass truncated cone of the car park exit, ACTLD has developed an overall ap- a more contrasted lighting experience in proach for all the public areas, defining the central and green area of the back- the different typologies and proposing bone, and more specific lighting on the appropriate lighting for each of them. different historical facades of the site. The main areas, such as the one in front This installation offers also to the oper- of the Royal Entrepot, are lit with arrays of ators the opportunity to broadcast mes- narrow beam projectors mounted along sages to the public. a spiral movement on high and thin white colored poles. This results to a more This project is a long-term involvement contrasted lighting, reduces glare and for ACTLD, starting from an overall ap- enhances the importance of each major proach in 2015 and still on going. and central place articulating the site.

15 © ACTLD www.actld.com 16 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Panos Andrikopoulos, Senior Lighting Design Architect Ben van Berkel / UNStudio with Tom Minder- ERASMUS BRIDGE houd and Ger Gijzen Client City of Rotterdam The Erasmus Bridge, designed by archi- were taken before and after the replace- Year 2017 tect Ben van Berkel, is the tallest bridge ment of the old lighting equipment with Country in the Netherlands (height 139 meters) new LED fittings (provided by Sill and Netherlands and the most important landmark in Rot- installed by Dynniq) and advise on the terdam’s skyline since its inauguration in lighting principles. 1996. As an outcome of the study, ACTLD pro- With the Erasmus Bridge approaching its vided an assessment of the energy ef- 21st anniversary, the city of Rotterdam ficiency of the new lighting scheme, as and the architects from UNStudio, who well as the appearance, the range and designed the original lighting scheme of the quality of the achievable color. The the bridge, wanted to revamp the lighting team could also test the performance scheme with the latest in LED technolo- of the transitions between lighting gy and dynamic possibilities to perform schemes and the potential for further striking visual effects in mind. customization. Working in close collaboration with the ACTLD supervised multiple lighting se- architects from UNStudio, ACTLD’s team quences to be featured during major carried out a full quantitative and qual- events to highlight the visual identity of itative analysis, where both CCT/color & the Erasmus Bridge and emphasize its luminance/illuminance measurements role in the heart of the city.

17 © ACTLD www.actld.com 18 RIVIERA SHOPPING MALL

Riviera Shopping Mall and Entertainment ACTLD Andrea Mantello, Principal Designer Centre is a commercial and leisure pro- Client ject located at the entrance to Podolsk Riviera LLC Town and on the Moscow River embank- Architect ment. 5+ Design Year The dimension and the specificity of the 2016 “Riviera” building, embedded between Country the most busy road in Moscow in con- Moscow, Russia traposition with the calmness of the river on the other side, inspired ACTLD team to create a distinctive “signature” for the exteriors & interiors thanks to effective advanced lighting design. We combined sensorial and functional approach to un- derline the pureness of the architectural details and define spaces with distinctive atmospheres.

19 © ACTLD www.actld.com 20 For the exteriors, we based our concept on the movement/speed along the main road by designing a dynamic façade and three-dimensional panels in between the architectural LED screens. This approach allowed us to play with spectra colours finishing during the day and, at night, with dynamic lighting effects based on the interactivity/reactivity with the sur- roundings. In the interiors, we elaborat- ed different concepts with a distinctive “signature” accordingly to the architec- ture and the utilisation of the spaces. Our creative concept was followed by design development phase and several tailored programming sessions in order to obtain the best visual effects.

21 © ACTLD www.actld.com 22 ACTLD Andrea Mantello, Principal Designer Client Mirs Year COLUMBUS 2016 Country Moscow Russia Columbus Shopping Mall includes 120,000 m² GLA of dynamic retail and en- tertainment space in an elegant complex situated in the South of Moscow City.

The project contains five levels of retail and two levels of underground parking.

23 © ACTLD www.actld.com 24 ACTLD was called to create bespoke ACTLD Andrea Mantello, Principal Designer lighting design for all interior and exterior Client areas of the shopping mall including atri- Mirs ums, entries, facades, foodcourt, as well Year as made to measure luminaries, deco- 2016 rative objects, logistic design for indoor Country Moscow Russia events and digital signage Columbus Shopping Mall has become an important destination within the metropolitan area for fashion, entertainment and leisure for all visitors.

In 2016 Columbus Shopping Centre won the Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Award for the Best Very Large Shopping Centre in Russia.

25 © ACTLD www.actld.com 26 ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Architect & Urban Planner Cooparch Landscape Architect LA LOUVIÈRE D+A International Technical & Administrative Man- agement Since 2008, ACTLD has been working with The concept design chosen for this mas- A&T Osborne a multidisciplinary team notably formed ter plan included uncluttered and mod- Year 2008 - 2014 by Coopar, D+A International, A&T Os- ern forms of lighting sculptures inspired Country borne, for the city master plan of La Lou- by plants and modern lighting home La Louvière Belgium vière. furniture. The sculptures integrated per- fectly in the urban landscape, creating The city master plan is divided in four high quality brightness enable to en- phases. The first phase of the city center, hance space and intimate atmosphere which included the Place Communale, at the same time, offering an environ- the Place Maugrétout and the boulevard ment of well-being to the citizens. Mairaux, was inaugurated in June 2011.

27 © ACTLD www.actld.com 28 AEROVILLE

We were called by the PCA I Philippe Chi- programmed individually and inverting ambaretta Architecte Agency to develop colors to offer custom made remarka- a lighting design concept of the facades ble effects. Dynamic and color changing for the Aeroville shopping & office center festive lighting can be produced for Aer- complex, in a high traffic zone near Paris oville’s special occasions. Charles de Gaulle Airport. We created a contemporary, distinctive and functional lighting concept for the facades in order to increase the visibility of the complex ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer from the road even during the day. Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client We proposed dynamic solutions integrat- Unibail-Rodamco ed into the facades and specific lighting Architect Philippe Chiambaretta equipment to ensure a wide range of day Year time & night time effects. For the small 2013 facade we conceived the white LED Country strips installed in the most compact way, Paris, France

29 © ACTLD www.actld.com 30 BRUSSELS CENTRAL RAILWAY STATION

Designed by Belgian architect Victor Hor- roof of the building and the large windows ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer ta, Brussels-Central railway station is a above the main entrance. Our made to Partnership classified heritage site. measure solution is perfectly integrated Jean-Pierre Majot to the building and works entirely with en- Engineering Teamed up with JP Majot, we designed the ergy efficient and durable LED technology. Alain Thijs (ATENG) architectural lighting of the station and Client SNCB-Holding & Region developed its new exterior lighting.Our Programmable LED bulbs diffuse a white de Bruxelles-Capitale objective was to create dynamic effects, light in the station area, along with a Year preserve the architectural style and his- range of colors or moving images, thanks 2013 torical nobility of the building while trans- to the RGB technique. This dynamic light- Country Belgium, Brussels forming it into a contemporary and vivid ing scenography was presented to the landmark of Brussels. public during the Christmas period and re- programmed for other festive occasions. Our lighting infrastructure improves the visual impact of the letters forming the name of the station on the canopy, the

31 © ACTLD www.actld.com 32 LA DEFENSE

ACTLD was commissioned to illuminate A wise use of lighting solutions enabled the East part of « La Défense », Paris Fi- us to respect technical requirements nancial District. while harmonizing the lighting environ- ment of this urban area. We conducted a conceptual lighting de- sign study in order to produce an Urban As a result, we provided the lighting Lighting Master Plan. Our strategy for this schemes to enhance the landscape, to major business area was to aim for a long highlight the existing landmarks of “la term development, taking into account Défense” and to accompany the future the orientation of future investments and expansion of this area. city plans.

ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client EPAD Architect & City planner AUC (Djammel Klouche) Engineering office OGI Urban Planner Michel Suire Year 2010 - 2012 Country France, Paris

33 © ACTLD www.actld.com 34 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Scenography Pièce Montée Tijdsbeeld Architect Koen Van Nieuwenhuysen Client Halles Saint Gery Year 2011 Country Belgium HALLES ST GERY

Conception lumière des espaces intérieurs permettant d’éviter tout percement et d’une halle du 19ème siècle servant de de réaliser le projet en une semaine. La lieux d’exposition et d’espace horeca. structure métallique est ainsi révélée par la lumière par un éclairage consommant La mise en lumière se focalise avant moins de 200W. tout sur la mise en valeur de la structure métallique, très spécifique de la halle, Un éclairage plus chaud souligne les éclairée par des petits projecteurs LEDs de grandes horizontales, que sont le dessous 2W de teinte neutre 4000K. Ces projecteurs du balcon du premier étage, en briques, et sont montés sur les colonnes par aimant, le plafond du premier étage en bois.

Des projecteurs intensifs créent des ac- cents sur la sculpture centrale de la halle et sur les tables mises à disposition du bar occupant le centre de l’espace.

Les espaces d’exposition sont éclairés de manière flexible par des projecteurs sur rails.

35 © ACTLD www.actld.com 36 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Client L’Eclaireur Interior architect & designer Studio Arne Quinze Year 2010 Country France (Paris)

ECLAIREUR

In this Parisian high-end fashion con- The interior design with its futuris- cept store designed by Arne Quinze, tic set is thus strongly enhanced by we closly collaborated on all aspects the luminous atmospheres, proving of the lighting design and the inte- that LED technology is now mature gration of lighting equipment. enough to fulfill the highest design requirements in retail environment We have mainly used LEDs, creat- for the best shopping experience. ing a strong contrast between a “cold” light for the metallic set and a “warm” light diffused in the alcoves where the clothes are exposed.

37 © ACTLD www.actld.com 38 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Céline Deceuninck, Junior Designer Scenography Pièce Montée Tijdsbeeld Architect Koen Van Nieuwenhuysen Year 2010 Country Ghent Belgium STAM

STAM, Ghent’s city museum, is located on ing set of lights, discretely integrated into the Bijloke site, in a listed Convent that the existing architecture of the site. We was entirely renovated. In the context of made wide use of LED technology for its this restoration project, our challenge was small-scale light fittings such as minia- to enhance the architecture of the building ture projectors or LED strips. In the larger through adapted lighting whilst taking into rooms, discharge projectors were used to account the requirements and limitations reduce energy consumption and ensure a of museum-specific lighting. Our team high quality rendition of the colors. opted for a minimalist but highly perform-

39 © ACTLD www.actld.com 40 SAINTE MARIE

This project, conducted in association same time, subtly enhance all the details with town-planner JP Majot, was ap- and increase the perception of its com- proved after the realization of a large- plex volumes. scale mock-up on site showing all in- tended lighting effects. The illumination All lighting equipment was perfectly hid- of this heritage church aims at enhanc- den. The fixtures located on surrounding ing its complex structure with light and facades do not cause any glare thanks improving its visibility at night. The illu- to appropriate accessories and focused mination had to be strong enough for the light beams. higher parts and the cupola and, at the

ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer

Partnership Jean-Pierre Majot Client Commune of Schaerbeek, City of Brussels Year 2009 Country Brussels Belgium

41 © ACTLD www.actld.com 42 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Concept Architect C Concept Client Renaissance Development Architect Oncuoglu Architecture Year 2009 Country Gaziantep Turkey

SANKO PARK

Our lighting scheme focuses on the fa- ing linear coves and translucent backlit cade of a large complex consisting of a surfaces. General lighting is achieved by commercial centre, a movie theater and low glare recessed downlights, arranged a supermarket. It is a mix of continuous in a random way. We underlined the ar- soft white grazing light on stone ele- chitectural design, such as the many ments and dynamic colored lines inte- elliptic shapes recessed in the ceiling, grated in horizontal louvers. A key ele- with color changing LEDs strips integrat- ment of the facade design, the louvers, is ed to the continuous coves. Finally, we strongly emphasized by the continuously emphasized the impressive volume of changing colored animations. the atria by implement gigantic luminous suspensions. In the interior areas, we combined ground illumination with ambient lighting by us-

43 © ACTLD www.actld.com 44 OPTIMUM

We designed the interior and exterior some key areas, stunning colored anima- ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer lighting of OPTIMUM, a futuristic commer- tions stimulate the visitors, while in other Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer cial centre in Istanbul. The facade was areas lighting is much softer and subtler. Concept Architect transformed into a large scale billboard, Cozy and relaxing atmospheres, result- C Concept mixing backlit logos with color changing ing from a delicate integration and an Client Renaissance Development animations using LED technology. appropriate lighting distribution, cohabit Architect with surprising lighting effects in order Oncuoglu Architecture For the general and ambient lighting of to reflect the diversity of areas within the Year the interior areas, we aimed at integrat- commercial centre. 2009 ing all lighting equipment into the curved Country Istanbul Turkey shaped architecture. Different lighting The Optimum Outlet Centre won two technologies were used to create the awards in 2010: AMPD – Turkey’s Best Out- appropriate atmosphere: coves, back- let Centre Award and ICSC – Europe’s Best lit surfaces, suspended luminaries and Outlet Centre Award low glare recessed downlights created complementary light atmospheres, such as the “Food Court” or the “Ice Ring”. In

45 © ACTLD www.actld.com 46 SCHAERBEEK CITY HALL

The illumination of this heritage City Hall This very detailed scheme is softened by showed the growing opportunities of the a gentle floodlighting with low power dis- LED technology for architectural lighting. charge luminaires mounted on surround- This illumination is based on a very sub- ing facades. These floodlights are aimed tle uplighting, enhancing the pilasters at softening the contrasts between the lit and the numerous details of this 19th details and the unlit parts. These flood- century eclectic building. lights fitted with all accessories and with lamps below 150W do not cause any The LEDs allow hiding all lighting equip- glare. A full scale lighting test on site al- ments thanks to their small size, to lowed to adjust all the equipments and choose the most appropriate colours to to gain a full approval of the authorities. reveal the different materials and to ad- This project is realised in partnership with just the light intensities according to the J-P Majot. various positions.

ACTLD & Studio d’Urbanisme Jean-Pierre Majot Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Jean-Pierre Majot

Client Commune of Schaarbeek – City of Brussels Year 2009 Country Belgium

47 © ACTLD www.actld.com 48 MONGOLFIERA

For the Shopping Centre “Mongolfiera” in Molfetta the focus of the lighting project was to combine a warm and cozy lighting ACTLD Lighting Design with the atmosphere of the sea. Two al- Architect beit contradicting elements. Casalegno Concept The sources are integrated in the archi- C Concept tectural elements or into made to meas- Client ure structures in harmony with the style. Foruminvest Shop signs and the pole lampshades in Year the atria are examples of integrated light- 2008 ing fixtures into new stylish elements. Country Italy For the exterior a warm and indirect light- ing was chosen for the parking. Made to measure elements were also designed for the façade and well integrated LED lighting for the walls and canopy’s were chosen carefully for Dark Sky and energy compliance.

49 © ACTLD www.actld.com 50 ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client City of Mons, Belgium Scenography EO design Year 2004 - 2006 Country Belgium - Mons SAINTE WAUDRU

Assigned with the mission to highlight art by underlining their shape and adding the artistic and historical heritage gath- a high glare control while almost com- ered within the “Collegiate Sainte-Waud- pletely dissimulating the lighting equip- ru”, we took part to the creation of a ment. We equally enhanced the main touristic tour of the main sculptures, architectural elements such as the choir paintings and other pieces of art locat- and the organ. ed in the collegiate church. Our lighting scheme softly praises all the pieces of

51 © ACTLD www.actld.com 52 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer YPENBURG Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client Foruminvest NL The lighting scheme of the city centre Functional projectors enclosed in made Architect of Ypenburg was developed to combine to measure backlit translucent elements Rapp & Rapp color changing lighting, infrastructure are mixed with larger light features able Landscape architect lighting and functional lighting within a to change color similarly to the tower West 8 Year unique and coherent system. The con- tops. Finally, dynamic lighting system 2000 - 2006 cept design is developed around 3 scales integrated to the windows enhance each Country of perception. entrance of the towers, echoing the color Ypenburg Netherlands of each tower top. Established lighting First, the skyline is enhanced with large feature such as the uplighting of trees or luminous blocks located at the top of the indirect lighting of pedestrian areas each tower. Each tower top can change were added to complete this comprehen- color according to season and time. sive urban lighting scheme. Secondly, the street is emphasized with made to measure suspended lighting.

53 © ACTLD www.actld.com 54 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Andrea Mantello, Project Designer Concept Architect C Concept Client Foruminvest Architect PCMR - RTKL Spain Year 2007 Country Teramo Italy

GRAN SASSO

In 2009, Gran Sasso Shopping Center of sources have been integrated into the ar- Teramo, in Italy, with its peculiar archi- chitectural elements. Made to measure tecture influenced by the neighboring fixtures were installed in the shopping mountains, won an ICSC European Shop- centre, for the shop signs, the poles in ping Centre Award. The stone arc, the the atriums, the lampshades, the light- wooden pillars and ceiling, the external ing sculpture and the lighting benches. stonewall, or the “lake”, have all benefit- ted from lighting improvement. Lighting

55 © ACTLD www.actld.com 56 LILLE FIVES FCB

Etude de mise en lumière du projet de Les typologies proposées sont donc ré- dévelopement urbain du quartier de Lille sumées de la manière suivante : ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Fives sur le site des usines FCB. - Nappe d’éclairage continue au pied des Client SORELI Principes généraux du plan de mise en bâtiments à partir de luminaires sur con- Association lumière: sole, en appliques ou sur mât, 7m. L’AUC, Hydratec, Merlin, Verdi, ACTLD, B+G, Marti-Baron + Miething De manière générale, nous cherchons à - Eclairage à plus grande hauteur (9-10m) Year éviter un éclairage réalisé uniquement spécifiques aux places majeures, sur In Progress par les systèmes d’éclairage conven- mât ou en console. Country tionnels afin de qualifier le site autant France - Accents ponctuels dans les parties que possible et de réduire tout effet centrales des espaces plus larges, focal- d’éblouissement lié à des sources trop isés sur des éléments de végétation ou puissantes et montées trop haut. Ce tra- d’aménagements particuliers, 15m. vail sur les éléments architecturaux et paysagers permet d’éviter la constitution - Soulignement des pignons des anci- d’un environnement nocturne ingrat (sols ennes halles par projecteurs montés en fortement éclairés, bâtiments sombres applique sur les angles des pignons. et sources éblouissantes) pour au con- traire adoucir l’éclairement au sol et la - Eclairage indirect des espaces couverts luminosité des sources tout en révélant par projecteurs orientés vers les plafonds l’architecture et les surfaces verticales. ou les toitures des halles. Nous estimons dès lors que l’éclairage - Eclairages suspendus (à 5m) dans les des sols peut se tenir au minimum légal traverses étroites. sans générer d’impression désagréable et que cet éclairage peu intense permet - Luminaires piéton tubulaires de 4,5m de laisser la place à des mises en valeur dans les espaces végétaux (parcs et jar- qui peuvent du coup être parfaitement dins linéaires). visible sans surenchère d’intensité et de puissance.

57 © ACTLD www.actld.com 58 ACTLD Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client City of Louvain, Belgium Year 2009 Country LOCUTORIUM Belgium

The project « Locutorium » is the first stage For this project, we have selected a very of the refurbishment of the Abbey of the sober and contemporary range of light fit- Park in Leuven and hosts the Museum that tings, both technical and decorative. These explains its history. The requirements of fittings are wall mounted or ceiling sus- the lighting are the following: lighting has pended and fitted with whether discharge to enhance this heritage building, comply lamps or halogen lamps, which allows to with museum requirements and be per- either reduce consumption or dim light fectly integrated in these old spaces. intensities according to each room needs. Museum lighting is achieved with compact and well glare controlled projectors mount- ed on suspended tracks.These various lu- minaries are perfectly integrated in these old and refurbished spaces thanks to their quality, their sober line and their compact size.

59 © ACTLD www.actld.com 60 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Bruno Demeester, Senior Designer Client Foruminvest TWENTEC Architect Group 5 van der ven Year The ground floor of this building is topped This scheme allows us to program ex- 2003 with a long “glass block” covered by a citing lighting animations running all Country Enschede Netherlands curved roof. This long glass facade is the along the street and even simulating a perfect support to project light anima- long rainbow. Placed at specific loca- tions that enhance the shopping street tions, gobo projectors can add text and and one of its most special building. textures on the facade and vary accord- ing to the seasons and the commercial An automated lighting equipment is in- themes. stalled on the roof to backlight the dif- fusing glass panels. The roof is divided into compartments to create different light-colored “blocks” on the facade.

61 © ACTLD www.actld.com 62 CREATIVE

We create the entire set-, lighting-, video- and content design, with special attention on the au- thenticity of the experience and its ability to amaze. Working on Theatrical Plays, Special Events, Fashion Shows, Concerts, Product-launches, Conferences, Industrials, Multimedia Presenta- tions, Trade Shows & Exhibitions, we excel in producing designs for live shows, especially in using water as a medium, which enables numerous variations of lighting effects.

BRIDGES OF TIME 66 HALA 2012 114 DREAM BOX 67 DIABOLO 115 ADITYA BIRLA GROUP AWARDS 69 ELITE MODEL LOOK 118 ORIGIN 71 ELECTRABEL NIGHTS 2011 120 LA FLÈCHE DANS LES NUAGES 73 YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES 122 AURA OPENING 75 L’HOMME ASSIS DANS LE COULOIR 126 LE BALLET DES OMBRES HEUREUSES 77 HOLCIM 128 NAKED TRUTH 79 TELENET 130 LIGHT MATTERS 81 THE FLYING TRUNK 132 MOTHER OF THE NATION 83 ARTHUR AND THE MINIMOYS 134 PALLADIO 86 SBS 135 BILZEN MYSTERIES 88 LE RÊVE 138 LUMIÈRE INTEMPORELLE 89 TREE OF LIFE 91 MONS 2015 96 INDIAN WEDDING 97 NATIONA(A)L 99 PUY DU FOU 102 THE SAHAJ ANAND WATER SHOW 103 PLAISIRS D’HIVER 105 KING ABDULLAH SPORTS CITY 108 FESTIVITIES OF NAURYZ 110 CINÉSCÉNIE - PUY DU FOU 111 BRIDGES OF TIME ILIGHT SINGAPORE 2019

The iLight Singapore Festival commis- Bridges of Time tells the story of a uni- sioned ACTLD to create a multimedia versal traveller who sails through time show to commemorate Singapore’s Bi- and space and is strangely drawn to one centennial. This is the first multimedia destination. The spectators are guid- show to appear on the Singapore River ed through the timeless journey of the – a place which has great historical sig- universal traveller from yesterday, today nificance to the country. and tomorrow, discovering and rediscov- ering the flourishing island of Singapore For this special edition of iLight, we throughout centuries. created a poetic tale about a universal traveller, capturing the essence of Sin- To illustrate Bridges of Time, ACTLD en- gapore’s history over the past 700 years. visioned a 14,500m² multimedia show The story is titled Bridges of Time and is set on the river, creating a breathtaking in line with the festival’s 2019 theme. organic ancient landscape glowing in the heart of Singapore’s contemporary sky- “Time” was the notion that caught our line. attention in the festival’s narrative. Since storytelling is the main aspect of the Once upon a time, the Bridges of Time … work we do, the theme “Bridges of Time” was a great seed to grow our inspiration!

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Julie Boniche, Artistic Director Lucia do Souto, Project Manager Luc De Climmer, Senior Designer Joeri Janssens, Laser Programming Benjamin Callaert, 3D Artist Elias Freiberger, Graphic Artist Original Soundtrack Dezwitsers Technical Direction Fischer media group Water and Special FX Crystal Group Video, Light & Sound Singapore Showtec Group Set Construction ACreation Group Logistics and Installations Glorious (S) Year 2019 Country 65 Singapore © ACTLD www.actld.com 66 ACTLD Guillaume Escallier, Project Manager Ana Vargas, Designer Client MIMA MUSEUM Year 2019 Country DREAM BOX Belgium

ACTLD is honored to have collaborated Our response was to create a lighting and with the MIMA contemporary art museum scenographic installation in the form of a since its inception in 2016, by addressing mirror tunnel. ACTLD worked in close col- their various lighting needs. ACTLD sup- laboration with the artist ELZO DURT on ports the museum by lighting their ex- a 16-meter pixel-controlled installation hibitions, using our expertise to adapt a creating a “psychedelic box.” strategy for each unique exhibit. Placed within ELZO’s artwork were 1536 When Raphäel Cruyt, Artistic Director of pixels, programmed to run a loop of visual MIMA asked us to develop a lighting con- effects in the timeframe of one minute. cept for “Dream Box” it was an opportu- The outcome was a visual transformation nity to take our mission to the next level. of the visitors’ perspective of their envi- The task was simple: “Immerse visitors in ronment. As a perfect photo-sharing ex- an environment that put their perception perience, Dream Box was a big success at risk.” across social media platforms!

67 © ACTLD www.actld.com 68 ACTLD Lighting & Laser Producers: Fountainhead MKTG Creative & Show Director: Nikos Lagousakos Client Aditya Birla Group Year 2018 Country ADITYA BIRLA GROUP AWARDS

The Aditya Birla Group Awards is an an- ACTLD had the incredible opportuni- nual large-scale event celebrating the ty to do the lighting design for the 2018 standout employees from this multi- awards, working with Creative and Show national conglomerate headquartered Director, Nikos Lagousakos and Event in Worli, Mumbai, India. The 2018 ABG Producers, FOUNTAINHEAD MKTG. Awards Ceremony was a visual spectac- This was the fifth lighting design project ular with live speeches from the compa- for ACTLD in India. While working in differ- ny’s executives in conjunction with sev- ent countries can sometimes bring unex- eral outstanding performances by some pected challenges – such as language of India’s top dancers, singers, musicians barriers, different lighting equipment and and artists. The 2018 ceremony took safety standards – ACTLD has excelled in place at the Novotel Hyderabad Conven- adapting to new environments with each tion Centre in India. new project.

69 © ACTLD www.actld.com 70 ACTLD Laser & Lighting design Artistic Director: Luc Petit Mapping Designer: Marie Jeanne Gauthe Technical System: Initium & ADC Production Photos by Olivier Anbergen – Melting Prod Client Grottes de Han Year 2018 Country ORIGIN Belgium GROTTES DE HAN

ACTLD was honored to be invited by Ar- ACTLD designed the laser and light- tistic Director, Luc Petit, to transform the ing systems, using eco-friendly LEDs, Cave of Han’s eventful and rich history in to sublimate the Cave of Han’s natural a project known as “Origin” beauty and revealing chambers. “Origin” – as the name suggests – im- Our expertise in video-mapping, and merses visitors into the origins of our the convergence of lighting and lasers, universe, going back to the Big Bang, but created spectacular views of the con- also evokes space exploration, and invites cretions within the caves. It all came them through a voyage into the subma- together beautifully, despite the con- rine, vegetative and animal worlds. The fines of working within challenging envi- result is a thrilling, new sound and light ronmental obstacles, including a highly show in the majestic Weapons Rooms, humid atmosphere and at times, full-on the classic tour of the Cave of Han, one of flooding. Belgium’s major tourist attractions.

71 © ACTLD www.actld.com 72 ACTLD Creative Director : Koert Vermeulen Content Director : Julie Boniche Project Designer : Ana Luisa Vargas Content Coordinator : Guillaume de Brabandère Technical Director : Luc De Climmer Technical Assistant : Lucía do Souto Client Ville de Strasbourg Year 2018 Country LA FLÈCHE DANS LES France NUAGES

“La flèche dans les nuages” illustrates the Between symbols and poetry, “La flèche construction period between the XIV and dans les nuages” explores the drawing XV century of the spire of the Strasbourg techniques of the architect to his wildest Cathedral, the highest and most beautiful dreams. of Europe. This year, for the first time, we moved the The Spire is one of the most famous and video projection from the walls of the Ca- admired architectural masterpieces of this thedral to the middle of the sky. We’ve de- era, assimilated to a miracle. It is the cra- signed an original structure consisting of ziness of the Man that constantly pushes a light mesh of 400m2 suspended above the limits of the spirit and the technique the Place du Château and on which will that brought the Cathedral to become an be projected the story of the spire and the architectural icon of the Middle Ages. men who built it.

73 © ACTLD www.actld.com 74 ACTLD Principal Designer & Production Director : Andrea Mantello Creative Director : Koert Vermeulen Project Manager : Cristina Martinez Lighting Designer : Luc de Climmer

Technical Equipment Agora Perfomance Cast Director : Luc Petit Creation Artists : Sanostra & Elementz Client Forum Real Estate Management Date 2018 AURA OPENING Country Rome, Italy

As a tribute to the site, AURA Valle Aure- using the architecture as a canvas and lia includes a large square connecting the combining with music, dancing beams, mall and the old Furnace Veschi, an old gobo projections and video mapping. bricks factory deep-rooted in the history and culture of the neighbourhood. This production engaged a complete set of various skills: from application of sever- The large plaza hosted hundreds of al technologies, to implementation of sce- visitors delighted by a full spectacle with nographic elements and cast production, a set of artists performances: Sway Poles all together to create an emotional and and Flying Drummers; accompanied by a unforgettable experience. Expectation, lighting show and video mapping. ACTLD emotion and surprise were key elements delivered a tailor-made opening event, in the pursuit of a rightful proposal!

75 © ACTLD www.actld.com 76 Produced by ACTLD Koert Vermeulen : Creative Director Luc De Climmer : Senior Designer Julie Boniche : Screenwriter & Content Director Guillaume de Brabandère : Content Coordinator

Content Production Limelight

Music Musicom

Client LE BALLET DES OMBRES Ville de Strasbourg Date HEUREUSES 2017 Country France, Strasbourg

After the success of the summer produc- The classic sound and light show was in- tion “Lumière Intemporelle” in 2016, ACT- spired by the ancient tradition of the shad- LD has been mandated one more time to ow play. Shadows have been chosen as create Le Ballet des Ombres Heureuses a the principal way of expression to play with new production for the illuminations of the light and space, and thus create a unique Place du Château in Strasbourg. immersive experience.

This year the Place du Château becomes It is also important to ACTLD to integrate a contemporary shadow theatre. An im- the technical elements into the back- mersive 360° visual experience brings life ground and render them almost invisible. to a dreamlike spectacle high in contrasts, Where it was not possible to hide it we’ve designed set elements as part of the inhabited by real and phantasmagorical show, such as the sculptures. shadows.

77 © ACTLD www.actld.com 78 ACTLD Creation & Production Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Luc de Climmer, Senior Lighting Designer & Console operator Jimmy Stas, Console operator Original soundtrack MUSICOM Technical Production ASP Group Special effects Magic Mist & FX3 Client Visit Brussels & Bruxelles Mobilité Date 2017 NAKED TRUTH Country Belgium

Naked Truth, presented by ACTLD at the entire space and transform it into a living “Bright Brussels Festival” 2017, invites the open-air stage without interfering with its public to discover a contemporary light & industrial nature. sound show in probably one of the most The dynamic and minimalist installation, unusual locations – a construction site on placed on the water-flooded ground, con- the banks of the canal. sists of a symmetrical matrix including, Inspired by the raw, contrasted and au- among others, 64 automatic projectors (64 thentic aspect of this environment, our G-SPOT’s). Together they play out against team imagined an artistic installation with the backdrop, climb the sky and are re- a genuine feel and look. The crafted visual flected in the water and in the artificial fog. scenography and music fully embrace the

79 © ACTLD www.actld.com 80 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen – Principal Lighting Designer Julie Boniche – Creative director Lucia Do Souto & Ana Vargas - Junior Designer Video content production Guillaume de Brabandère Light operator Luc de Climmer Video operator Cédric Dewaide, ADC production Date 2017 Country LIGHT MATTERS The Netherlands

ACTLD created for the famous Amsterdam appears in between the trees, dancing Light Festival “Light Matters”, a new media in the middle of the sky, like a mirage. An installation illustrating the Existentialism invisible surface catches light and keeps of light, this year’s theme of the festival. By it as the only visible element, creating an sailing on the canal, you can enjoy the art- immersive experience. A cloud of light, work in a contemplative way surrounded brought down to earth, floating above the by ambient sound. From the Jonas Daniël spectators, between sky and water. Meijerplein park, as a pedestrian, you will live an immersive and more intimate ex- You can continuously be mesmerized by perience. the versatility, power and beauty of light, which has been around for so much longer Out of the darkness, a flowing moving light than man.

81 © ACTLD www.actld.com 82 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen – Principal Lighting Designer Luc De Climmer – Associate Lighting Designer

Scenography Stufish Creative & Executive production Balich Worldwide Shows Video content Drop the Spoon Client Balich Worldwide Shows Date 2016 Country MOTHER OF THE NATION Abu Dhabi – UAE

For the first edition of “Mother of the Nation prominent role of a Mother of the Nation. Festival” in Abu Dhabi, Balich Worldwide Our mission was to conceive, design, de- Shows commissioned our team to create velop and program lighting atmospheres a lighting scenography for the spectacular for each of seven scenes of this show and opening show. its unique 2 performances, in front of the prestigious guests and for the TV audi- The show, designed as a 45 minute trib- ence. ute to Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak Al Ketbi, narrated the inspiring In our design we aimed at embracing the story of her legacy in field, architecture, audience in most authentic experience humanitarian help, orphan care, tradition- thanks to perfect blend of lighting and vid- al handcrafting and commemorated her eo projections.

83 © ACTLD www.actld.com 84 PALLADIO

Palladio SC celebrated the recent ren- The design of the suspended chandelier ovation of its atrium with a great three- was mirrored on the floor by the set in the day happening, offered to its VIP guests shape of a wave on which we placed 72 and all the customers. For this event our boogies surrounded by lighting beams team imagined and produced a memora- and fog machines. ble show featuring bespoke art installa- tion of 180 Boogies® flameless candles This composition embraced the entire accompanied by fog, lights and an origi- space with an impressive performance nal soundtrack. Our creative concept was aiming at producing a spectacular at- based on the idea of a sumptuous mov- mosphere and dazzling visual effects for ing chandelier in which our candles play the guests. the principal role. The ACTLD technical team carried out the The structure composed of two metal- programming and control of all the light- lic trusses in a shape of the circle was ing and sound equipment on site in order installed at the top of the ceiling in the to produce two performances per hour Artistic direction, Visual Scenography, center of the atrium up to the height of during the three days. Set & Lighting design, Production 16 meters. We installed a multiple winch ACTLD motor system under which we hung 108 Creative Director Koert Vermeulen Boogies candles that could move up and Lead Designer down up to a height of 10 meters. We also Luc De Climmer positioned additional lighting and sound Technical Director equipment on the structure. Jordi Vandekerkhof Console Operator Jimmy Stas Technical Partner ASP Group Client Foruminvest & Palladio Commerciale Year 2016 Country Italy

85 © ACTLD www.actld.com 86 BILZEN MYSTERIES NIGHT-TIME MULTIMEDIA WALK

The heritage site of Alden Biesen in Bil- the Grand Commandery Alden Biesen, of- zen, Belgium, hosts a 16th century cas- fers an unprecedented and unique multi- tle, a church, and beautiful French-style media journey. gardens, which attract around 200,000 With its mix of creativity and interactive visitors each year. solutions - such as thrilling videos, sound Having won the competition organised and light effects -”Bilzen Mysteries” sur- by the City of Bilzen, a team composed prises its visitors and immerses them in of ACTLD, Alice Events, and Create took the enchanting scenery of Alden Biesen. on the challenge to create a new and ACTLD narrates the story of the castle exciting multimedia experience: “Bilzen and enhance its interiors, exteriors and Mysteries”. surroundings with bespoke visual design, lighting scenography and several instal- On 7 October, after several months of de- lations, as “Moon” art object, “Boogies” velopment, “Bilzen Mysteries” revealed flameless candles, lanterns, luminaries, its secrets to visitors. This nighttime all perfectly integrated into the site. walk, inspired by the fascinating past of

Visual Design & Lighting Scenography ACTLD Concept & Artistic Direction Alice Events - Frank Anthierens App & Software development Create Multimedia Music & Sound Design Musicom Year 2016 Country Alden Bilzen, Belgium

87 © ACTLD www.actld.com 88 Produced by ACTLD Koert Vermeulen : Creative Director Luc De Climmer : Senior Lighting Designer & Technical Director Julie Boniche : Project Designer Ana Varga : Junior Designer

Designed and made in association with Drop The Spoon, Musicom, ADC Production, VYV.CA

Client Ville de Strasbourg

Date 2016 Country LUMIÈRE INTEMPORELLE France, Strasbourg

This new multimedia spectacle created The public discovers several scenes de- by ACTLD and its partners Drop the Spoon, picting the epic travel of light since the be- Musicom, ADC and VYV for the prestigious ginning of time. Simultaneously intimate Cathedral of Strasbourg illustrates the po- and spectacular, the spectacle invites the etical story of light and time. For almost public to think of such fascinating and three months the public will be treated to deep notions as time and light. Both very a multi-sensory experience this summer: abstract and concrete, they share their an exclusive compilation of visual content, journey through the centuries, bearing light, video mapping, projections, music universal symbols and moving towards and latest innovation as Boogies® flame- modernity while accompanying our daily less candles. lives…

89 © ACTLD www.actld.com 90 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer & Director of Mise-en-Scene Luc de Climmer, Project Manager Julie Boniche, Project Designer A project by Balich Worldwide Shows Concept Marco Balich Design Studio Gioforma Constructor Orgoglio Brescia Technology set-up RTI Agorà, Botw and Ternana Impianti Music of the main show by Roberto Cacciapaglia Year 2015 Country Milan, Italy TREE OF LIFE WORLD EXPO 2015

In the framework of EXPO 2015, hosted by skeleton made of steel and an outer cov- Milan in Italy from May 1rst until October er in wood. 31rst 2015, ACTLD was commissioned to create and develop the lighting scenog- For this monument with its advanced raphy of an iconic installation: the « Tree technology, constantly illuminated with of Life » / « Albero della Vita ». LED lights, Koert Vermeulen & ACTLD cre- ated in total 1260 shows to produce the The project was inspired by the drawing genuine dynamic effects through a play of Michelangelo Buonarroti and designed of light, video, water, fireworks, as well by Marco Balich and studio Gioforma, as bubbles and sounds. The Tree of Life artistic director of the Italian Pavilion of change as the hours go by, becoming the Expo 2015. The structure was built by Or- center for many of the events in the Pa- goglio Brescia. Koert Vermeulen joined vilion’s extensive schedule. the creative team as Lighting Designer & Director of Mise-en-Scene. Installed in the middle of Lake Arena, the « Tree of Life » interactive structure has an inner

91 © ACTLD www.actld.com 92 Tree Of Life is 30 meters high. On top of this gigantic trunk stands a hat that simulates the intertwined branches of a tree, with a diameter of 45 meters.

93 © ACTLD www.actld.com 94 MONS 2015 EUROPEAN CAPITAL OF CULTURE

In the framework of “Mons 2015 Europe- Our technical solutions respected the her- an Capital of Culture”, our team was en- itage building, reduced energy consump- trusted with the illumination of one of the tion and produced great visual effects, most prestigious monuments in the city: which will adapt to the various cultural the Belfry. We developed a custom made events to be held in the Belfry. lighting scenography to enhance this classified World Heritage of Unesco and to Changing over the year, our illuminations mark its opening as a museum and its im- will offer a new experience to the inhabit- portant role as a cultural attraction. ants and visitors of the city.

ACTLD magnified the Belfry’s architectur- al style while transforming the 87m high tower into a dynamic and evolving em- blem. Various lighting scenographies play with the compositions of lights, their color, intensity and rhythm.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Luc de Climmer, Project Manager Meri Ekola, Project Designer Deputy Commissioner General Mons 2015 Philippe Degeneffe Production Manager Events at Mons 2015 Radjiny Schiltz Technics PRG Belgium Client Mons 2015 – European Capital of Culture Year 2015 Country Mons, Belgium

95 © ACTLD www.actld.com 96 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Pavla Beranova, Project Designer Julie Boniche, Project Designer Client & Executive Producer Balich Worldwide Shows Visual & Lighting Scenography of the Art Object ACTLD Year 2014 Country INDIAN WEDDING Puglia, Italy

This private event, which took place in an Our visual and lighting scenography exquisite resort, consisted of three days aimed not only at illuminating all the inte- of festivities in three different locations riors/exteriors and live performances, but for the young couple and their 800 guests. most of all at creating a unique magical and fairytale atmosphere. Using theatri- The wedding extravaganza included sev- cal lighting techniques and creating light eral ceremonies, a live concert, a mix of art installations, we enhanced the are- classic-pop dancers, D.J set and dances as and live performances, surprised the on a moving scene, costumed entertain- guests and arouse their emotions. The ment performances, the groom’s arrival multitude of atmospheres that we were on a horse, an elephant, few ballrooms, able to produce immersed the newlyweds a 328 foot-long buffet, projections, holo- and their guests in an enchanting and gram Hindu gods, acrobats tumbling up luxurious journey of abundance, mystery and down the facades, flames and fire- and joy. works.

97 © ACTLD www.actld.com 98 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Pavla Beranova, Lighting Designer & Project Manager Meri Ekola, Assistant Lighting Designer Client National Pop Up Store Scenography Office 9 Year 2014 Country NATIONA(A)L Brussels, Belgium POP UP STORE

From 9th to 25th May, we illuminated the In the framework of this unique event, our “Nationa(a)l Pop Up Store” 2014 edition. creative team was called up to create a This annual event brings together Bel- lighting scenography for the entire space gian talents in the fields of design, fash- and its numerous events. To obtain the ion, music, cinema, visual arts, publish- best visual impact, we approached each ing, dance and gastronomy. Participating space as a unique destination deserv- artists are nominated by established and ing its own lighting solutions. Enhancing internationally renowned figures. Events the modern minimalistic set design and during this festival taking place in a 1500 creating edgy atmospheres through the square meters ephemeral space includ- application of unconventional visual & ed movie screenings, fashion shows, in- lighting techniques, we highlighted the novation labs, concerts, multidisciplinary landmark color scheme of Nationa(a)l performances, brunches and networking and added a little touch of “retro”. meetings.

99 © ACTLD www.actld.com 100 PUY DU FOU CHÂTEAU DE RENAISSANCE

Our successful collaboration with Grand Controllable and adjustable in terms of Parc du Puy du Fou resulted in a brand colour intensity, randomness and angle new project: “La Renaissance du Châ- of diffusion, these lighting features offer teau”. Since its recent opening, the cas- cutting-edge realistic effects, while sig- tle of Puy du Fou, a classified historical nificantly reducing the glare effect and monument and famous landmark of the creating the most genuine atmosphere. Cinéscénie spectacle, offers a thrilling experience to its visitors. These custom made objects serve as a coherent guideline for the entire walk- As the venue aims at embarking visitors through and as a dramatic highlight of its on an historical, cultural and artistic jour- distinctive elements. Our lighting design ney, we developed adaptable lighting successfully provides a truly authentic, features such as high quality flameless surprising and memorable experience for candles, mini spots, and artificial fire & the visitors. water effects.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Julie Boniche, Project Designer Cristina Martinez, Assistant Lighting Designer Client Puy du Fou Founder of Puy du Fou Philippe de Villiers President and Artistic Director of Puy du Fou Nicolas de Villiers General Manager of Puy du Fou Laurent Albert

Project Manager Damien Boissinot Year 2014 Country Les Épesses, France

101 © ACTLD www.actld.com 102 Produced by ACTLD Koert Vermeulen : Creative Director Luc De Climmer : Senior Designer Julie Boniche : Screenwriter & Content Director Guillaume de Brabandère : Content Coordinator

Production Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) : Vipul Vaghela, Parag Shastri, Ritesh Gadhia

Artistic director Yves Pépin

Date THE SAHAJ ANAND 2014 Country WATER SHOW New Delhi, India

We were called by Yves Pépin, famous ar- fountains, music, fire, lasers, video anima- tistic director, to join the team of interna- tions, projections, pyrotechnics and live tional experts, BAPS volunteers and sad- acting, produce a captivating and inspiring hus to produce a breathtaking immersive spectacle. water show based on the story of Kena Thanks to our expertise in large-scale live Upanishad in the unique cultural complex shows and lighting design of classified of Swaminarayan Akshardham temple in sites we were able to carry out this great New Delhi. project and meet its artistic and techni- cal characteristics. Our lighting design This one-of-a-kind production uses a scenography aimed at taking the public modern media to introduce India’s ancient on a spiritual and mesmerizing journey. wisdom and share a spiritual message of peaceful living. A symphony of water,

103 © ACTLD www.actld.com 104 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Luc de Climmer, Project Manager Julie Boniche, Project Designer Music by MUSICOM Pierre Mussche Client Brussels Major Events Producer Jonathan Ectors Year 2014 PLAISIRS D’HIVER Country THE GRAND-PLACE Brussels, Belgium

For the 2014 – 2015 edition of « Plaisirs arrival of Christmas. The majestic Brussels d’Hiver » in Brussels, ACTLD was invited to Grand-Place was first transformed as « create a brand new sound and light show. tree leaves » laid gold on the ground be- After having enlightened « Electrabel fore whirling in the autumnal wind. Winter Nights » 2007, 2009 and 2011, we imagined slowly arrived, bringing along the spirit of a new visual & lighting scenography for Christmas with a mixture of images, sen- the Grand-Place, an architectural heritage sations, perfumes and colors. Golden glit- recognized by UNESCO. ters shined, bringing the facades around the Grand-Place to life and accompanying Our creative concept, inspired by the sea- us throughout the festive season with a sons, turned into an impressionist show highly rhythmic and colorful program. evoking the passing of seasons and the

105 © ACTLD www.actld.com 106 KING ABDULLAH SPORTS CITY OPENING CEREMONY

On May 1st, ACTLD was commissioned to 2014 Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques illuminate the inauguration ceremony of Football Cup and the huge closing cere- the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in mony with fireworks. Jeddah, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The architecture of the KASC stadium, Because of its iconic architectural char- nicknamed “The Jewel”, was our ma- acter and festive importance, this chal- jor inspiration and was included into our lenging project saw the best international general lighting scenography with the talents organizing and producing a live same importance as the live performanc- event attended by the King Abdullah, the es taking place in its interior. Our creative royal family, along with almost 85.000 approach towards architecture and event people. allowed us to provide an outstanding and memorable result. The inauguration ceremony was divided in four acts, including the interval for the

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Clients MMG / Come & Do / ECA2 Artistic Direction Les Petits Français - Martin Arnaud Lighting Coordinator Lukas Van Broeck Lighting Design Assistant Joost Potters Year 2014 Country Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

107 © ACTLD www.actld.com 108 FESTIVITIES OF NAURYZ

We were commissioned by the Mayor of The installation had both day & night the City of Astana to deliver a made to appearances and played with dynam- measure sound & light spectacle for the ic light and a mix of classical & Kazakh festivities of Nauryz. musical pieces, forming the emblem of the capital and reminding of the year of Two different shows displayed the dy- its foundation. The ecological factor was namic illumination of 98 golden pillars also taken into consideration: the power with cut outs in form of traditional Ka- consumption of the 98 beam lights was zakh ornaments and narrow beam lights of only 198 watts and the maximum con- at their tops, along with 32 moving lights sumption of the LEDs strips did not ex- around the Bayterek tower. ceed 120 watts per column.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Pavla Beranova, Project Designer Client City of Astana Executive Producer Sun Media Technical Producer Blue Square Technical Facilities Samat & Advart Year 2013 Country Astana, Kazakhstan

109 © ACTLD www.actld.com 110 CINÉSCÉNIE - PUY DU FOU ACTLD In 2013, Puy du Fou, winner of Thea Clas- tion to the details of the performances. Koert Vermeule, Principal Designer sic Award in Los Angeles, celebrated the Our expertise on big stage events and Pavla Beranova, Project Designer 25th anniversary of the Grand Parc in Les in specific lighting programming, along Client Puy du Fou Epesses in France. with the use of new custom made light- Founder of Puy du Fou ing equipment, allowed us to express Philippe de Villiers For this occasion, the historical theme the poetry and messages of the story President and Artistic Director of Puy park called our creative team to fully through an elaborated lighting embel- du Fou Nicolas de Villiers re-design the lighting concept of the lishment. Year Cinéscénie, world’s biggest night-time 2013 show with 1,200 actors and a natural We were able to offer the most spectac- Country stage of 23 hectares. ular effects and increase the expres- Les Épesses, France siveness of the story, while respecting Our creative lighting concept was based the requirement of very low energy con- on several lighting layers and an atten- sumption.

111 © ACTLD www.actld.com 112 HALA 2012

For the 2012 edition of the Layali Febray- ence for both live and television audi- er Music and Poetry festival in Kuweit, ence. LED panels and lighting equipment we brought an innovative vision and were suspended over the stage in stag- renewed the show by highlighting the gered rows. richness of oriental culture and adding a touch of minimalism. This geometrical structure made of “full” and “empty” triangular shapes consti- The major challenge was to find the right tuted one of the main features of the balance between the elements of the show. The multi platform stage was filled scenography and the multimedia con- by a network of LED flex strips and was tent in order to create a unique experi- equipped with media tubes.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Marcos Viñals Bassols, Set Designer Content Production Prismax Client Al Raisi Group Year 2012 Country Kuwait

113 © ACTLD www.actld.com 114 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Client Infrabel Producer DDMC – Frank Anthierens & Jean-Pierre Deschepper Technics PRG EML Year 2012 Country DIABOLO Belgium, Brussels

For the inauguration of the Diabolo pro- ing equipment and the security on site. ject, a new railway line in Brussels, Infra- The set & lighting design imagined for this bel commissioned our team to conceive opening, highlighted the values of collab- a lighting design for its opening show. oration and innovation, and put forward In a successful collaboration with DDMC the unique characteristics of the site. 672 agency and PRG EML, our creative team LEDs, placed in the 1517 meters tunnel, delivered an impressive visitor experi- formed a lighting sequence visible by all ence. passengers of the inaugural train. Ac- companying the live artistic performanc- Our challenge consisted in enhancing a es, we produced a high quality experience railway tunnel, while keeping in mind the for almost 10000 visitors and prestigious need for a perfect suitability of the light- guests, including H.M. King Albert II.

115 © ACTLD www.actld.com 116 ELITE MODEL LOOK WORLD FINAL

The 29th World Final of Elite Model Look Our team worked with high-level lo- in Shanghai concluded the most re- cal and international professionals to nowned international modeling contest achieve a made to measure lighting con- and attracted more than 350.000 partici- cept design for each atmosphere of the pants from 800 cities, 70 countries and 5 show while enhancing the models and continents. artistic performances offered to live and TV audiences. The specificity of this spectacular event was the combination of a fashion show - runway competitions of the next gener- ation top models - and live performances by international artists.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Client Elite Model Look (Global Pacific Management) Artistic Director Frank Anthierens Executive Producer Jon Sinigaglia Choreagrapher Vikki Burns TV production Done & Dusted Year 2012 Country Shanghai,

117 © ACTLD www.actld.com 118 ELECTRABEL NIGHTS 2011

After the 2007 and 2009 edition, ACTLD portions of the adjacent architecture, the and Alice Events collaborated once more ACTLD’s team combined an innovative on the “Electrabel Nights 2011”, to create modern lighting structure, constituted a made to measure “son et lumière” at by Clay Paky Sharpys (moving heads) and the Grand Place in Brussels. LED lines, with classical music pieces, bringing to life a modern and enhanced The Fibonacci spiral, which is used in atmosphere of Christmas. the architecture of the Grand Place and its surrounding buildings, is also at the This concept and set design resulted in very center of ACTLD’s reflection on the a unique entertainment show, offered to design of the lighting structure and the the public at evening hours during the spectacle. Fascinated by the theorem Christmas period. of the golden ratio and the perfect pro-

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Client City of Brussels Producer ALICE Events - Frank Anthierens Coordination BGE brussels Technics Phlippo Showlights Music Musicom - Pierre Mussche Year 2011 Country Belgium, Brussels

119 © ACTLD www.actld.com 120 YOUTH OLYMPIC GAMES

The spectacular opening ceremony of the In front of the containers, laid out like a Youth Olympic Games in Singapore was pearl necklace on the floating platform, a held on the 14th of August 2010, a show 5000 square meters lake was created for that amazed a live audience of 27.000 and extra visual effects. The thirty-two meters was broadcasted worldwide to 2 billion high ‘lighthouse’, at the centre, became people. the cauldron for the Olympic flame.

Marina Bay became a captivating and The whole decor stood in front of the original setting for this ceremony. At the stunning Singapore skyline, which was centre of the scenography, a floating implemented in the scenography through platform of 120 X 67 meters. The set con- the addition of lighting effects, skytracers sisted of a ring of containers, a reference and fireworks on the buildings. to Singapore being the biggest harbor in South East .

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting & Projection Designer Client International Olympic Committee & Singapore Youth Olympic Committee Year 2010 Country Singapore

121 © ACTLD www.actld.com 122 123 © ACTLD www.actld.com 124 L’HOMME ASSIS DANS LE COULOIR

“L’homme assis dans le couloir” is a contemporary theatre play based on the 1980’s writings by Marguerite Duras.

An original creation showed at the Na- tional Theatre Le Chaillot in Paris, the play was elaborated under the artistic and scenographic direction of Razer- ka Lavant and Jane Joyet. Our lighting design was based on the concept of “over-exposure”, by which we worked ex- clusively with white lighting and shades of white.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Client National Theatre Le Chaillot Director Razerka Lavant Scenography Jane Joyet Year 2007 Country France, Paris

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For the anniversary of one of the world’s leading suppliers of cement and aggre- gates, we conceived a stunning lighting performance before an audience of more than 4000 people.

The technical aspect of the project, a scene on an artificial lake in an ancient quarry, required the use of our best light- ing solutions.

Playing with the water, the light was re- flected by the lake and its glare could be seen all around the lake, producing a realistic ambiance which could be ob- served by the public from a distance of almost 1200m. Our lighting design of this exceptional location, the artistic perfor- mances along with the aquatic show of 50 fountains and the fireworks, have altogether created a memorable experi- ence for the public.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Event Agency DDMC Executive producer and art director Frank Anthierens Year 2011 Country Belgium

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For the “15th year ceremony “of the tel- The lighting played a crucial role by en- ecommunication company Telenet, ACT- hancing the scenography and playing LD once again successfully collaborat- with water reflection of light. We ensured ed with Luc Petit Creation to develop a the harmony between video projections unique spectacle. Escape-events agen- and the soundtrack, thus enriching the cy produced an exceptional show putting live performances of the artists perform- forward the talents of the whole creative ing on the two stages. team. The concept design of this show consisted of a wide range of dance and The lighting design, which expressed Tel- music performances along with spectac- enet’s corporate identity and its strong ular acrobatic acts. values, was closely fitted to all scenes, their different rhythm and message, The original set design combined two while highlighting the unity of the whole stages (6×6m and 4×4m) constructed on show through the effects created in the the water and a screen (12×6 sqm). surrounding water.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Client Telenet Producer Escape-events Director Luc Petit Création Year 2011 Country Belgium

129 © ACTLD www.actld.com 130 THE FLYING TRUNK

For the renovation of “The Flying Trunk”, sively LED lighting, ACTLD was able to tri- an attraction of the Tivoli theme park in ple the number of fixtures while reducing Copenhagen, ACTLD created and inte- the system load by 40%. grated a whole new lighting design. For the last 45 years, ‘The Flying Trunk’ Sparkling and bright light as well as col- has offered a journey through the most our corrected LED fixtures, enhanced the beloved tales of Hans Christian Ander- ride and maintained this “incandescent son. feeling” cherished by the visitors. The restoration of all figurines and -set ting was handled by Joravision. Since its last renovation in 1999, the incandescent light fixtures have caused a huge electri- cal system load. By using almost exclu-

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Thomas Boets, Lighting Designer Artistic Director Mihkel Sonne Client Tivoli Theme Park Year 2010 Country Danemark, Copenhagen

131 © ACTLD www.actld.com 132 ARTHUR AND THE MINIMOYS

In 2009, the Futuroscope, one of Europe’s leading theme parks introduced a new ride attraction, based on Luc Besson’s film “Arthur and the Minimoys”.

Together with Joravision – a specialist in design and realization of themed en- vironments – ACTLD created the new at- traction’s setting, lighting and A/V instal- lation. Close cooperation was essential, notably to install all the “invisible” light fixtures and integrate them into the de- cor from the imaginary world of Besson’s movie.

Through the exclusive use of LED light- ing, we successfully produced an eco- logical and low maintenance ride without compromising on the esthetical quality of the attraction.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Thomas Boets, Lighting Designer Client Futuroscope Partner Joravision Year 2009 Country France, Poitiers

133 © ACTLD www.actld.com 134 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer. Thomas Boets, Lighting Designer. Client SBS Year 2008 Country Belgium

SBS

In 2009, for the third time in a row, SBS 60s. The ambitious structure, which looked Belgium turned to ACTLD for the complete like an aerial rollercoaster, made the pro- light, video and production design of their ject a challenge in terms of logistics. The autumn media conference. use of monochromatic color for the fixture combined with interactive and larger than Special custom-made lighting fixtures life projections created the perfect atmos- were developed in order to create a con- phere for a memorable event. temporary atmosphere inspired by the

135 © ACTLD www.actld.com 136 LE RÊVE

This famous water spectacle, directed ing it. The main goal of Koert Vermeulen by Franco Dragone, is the resident show was to improve the status of water from a of the Wynn hotel & casino, in Las Vegas, scenic element to a real character of the since 2005. show and to make water look alive.

The idea and scenario of the aquatic In addition to the lighting design, Koert spectacle “Le Rêve” were imagined years Vermeulen was also responsible for the before the design and construction of the design of a projection system and for the theatre space. creation of atmospheres supporting the artists during the show. Therefore, it was possible to create the perfect decor, of which the most impor- tant element is the 360° water stage, and the architectural lighting design support-

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer Lighting Assistant & Operator Michel Suk Client Wynn Hotel & Casino Director Franco Dragone Year 2005 Country USA, Las Vegas

137 © ACTLD www.actld.com 138 139 © ACTLD www.actld.com 140 EXPERIENCE

Constantly developing new forms of contemporary Light Art installations, we are combining En- tertainment and Architectural lighting disciplines to work, not as lighting designers, but as light artists. Each year, ACTLD is developing internationally renowned and award-winner projects for artistic light festivals, contemporary art fairs and competitions.

BRUSSELS AIRPORT 144 IMX SPIRAL 145 PLANETARIUM 149 RINGS, CITY WALK 151 TIMELESS ELEGANCE 154 TREE RINGS 158 OVO 161 ARBRES ET LUMIÈRES 164 FORBIDDEN FRUIT 166 LES JUPITÉRIENNES 167 RECIPROCITY 169 BRUSSELS AIRPORT

ACTLD was commissioned by Flanders The animated installation sits 70-metres Tourism, Toerisme Vlaanderen to design, long and boasts a combination of more specify and supervise the production of a than 30,000 individually addressable low new kinetic sculpture which runs above and medium resolution LED’s and pano- the Brussels airport’s main travelator ramic video panels in the ceiling, fitted – spanning the entirety of the jetway to above a kinetic fabric. A continual loop the baggage reclaim hall. It was a chal- of content runs on the display, and de- lenge to keep this installation flexible spite its unpredictable and demanding to a space that has a lot of safety con- environment, the project showcases a strains to respect. These environment glimpse of what passengers, arriving into constraints have directly impacted the the Brussels airport’s main international design of different modular faceted ele- terminal, can expect from the region and ments that are forming the whole sculp- recommended destinations to visit as ture. they walk through.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Creative Director Julie Boniche, Senior Designer Ana Luisa Vargas Jaubert, Project Designer Jordi Vandekerkhof, Control System Designer Technical Installation Create Client Flanders Tourism Country Belgium Date 2018

143 © ACTLD www.actld.com 144 ACTLD Artistic Direction, Visual Scenography, Set & Lighting design, Architecture & Engineering Artistic director & Principal Lighting Designer Koert Vermeulen Architect & Senior Lighting Designer Andrea Mantello Project Manager Iiris Rousku Production Manager Jordi Vandekerkhof Project Manager Axel Van Bree Executive Producer Christophe Van Schoorisse System Engineer Bart Van Stiphout Structural Engineer Nicola Ferrari Multi-media Production Create IMX SPIRAL Content Director Julie Mazy Content Production ACTLD took upon the challenge to en- with the physical one. IMX Spiral is an Drop The Spoon tirely create and develop an innovative opportunity for storytelling, for scenar- Music & Sound design Musicom structure, “IMX” (for Immersive Experi- ios of shows or commercial brandings. Client ence), which includes so many visual On the other hand, IMX Spiral could not DG19 and dynamic elements that it transforms leave aside its commercial potential, Country the visitors spatial experience in various and therefore stimulates the connection Moscow Russia unconventional ways. Opting for a mul- between the users and the commercial Date ti-sensory approach, we shaped a space space. In this aspect, IMX Spiral is also a 2016 that awakes all senses of the visitors, platform for conventional and non-con- combining architecture, lighting, sound ventional commercial display, exclusive and interactivity, in order to narrate a brand identity, multi sensory customer fantastic story. experience, interaction and recreation.

IMX Spiral encourages the exploration of interfaces that merge the virtual world

145 © ACTLD www.actld.com 146 147 © ACTLD www.actld.com 148 ACTLD Senior Designer : Julie Boniche Project Designer : Ana Vargas Year 2017 Country London, United Kingdom

PLANETARIUM DARC AWARDS 2017

We’ve created our concept Planetarium, a celestial world that once upon a time staging the products of our designated seemed far, far away. Through abstract partner Anolis in the framework of Darc illustrations, we’ve created the experi- Night. The Darc Night evening, is follow- ences of swimming into the universe, ex- ing the dark award ceremony, an atmos- ploring known planets, and maybe even pheric party in a unique venue in London. some imaginary ones…

Our installation is inspired by the ancient An experience as contemplative as in- concept of Planetariums, dome-shaped tense, that will, for a few minutes, let theaters. Through different technics that one’s imagination float into another evolved over time since the Hellenistic space. period, the public was immersed into

149 © ACTLD www.actld.com 150 ACTLD Andrea Mantello, Principal Designer Client Meraas Holding Country Dubai, UAE Date 2016

RINGS, CITY WALK

Fulfilling their purpose of surprise and distinctive role on the special occa- astonishment, which only art objects sions. “Rings” have the ability to engage can offer, while improving and main- the public and instantly impact on their taining principles of coherence in urban experience thanks to their minimalistic development, “Rings” are the creative shape and original lighting scenography. response to the increasing demand of Those festive yet ecological light art ob- new ways to enhance the city. Designed jects are made of LED strip lights, which as modern dynamic “chandeliers” hang- allows the multitude of visual effects and ing into the sky, “Rings” accompany the the reduction of energy consumption. citizens in their everyday life and play

151 © ACTLD www.actld.com 152 TIMELESS ELEGANCE

During the festive season of Christmas For the first time in London’s festive il- 2015 and until 2017, “Timeless elegance” luminations, we imagined a challenging light art installation illuminates Regent lighting scheme with a custom created Street. combination of video projections, dy- namic pixels, tinsels of light and LED Our original artistic concept is a sculp- screens integrated in the decoration. ture of time, nowadays genuine luxury. Every hour, visitors can watch an exclu- We illustrated the concept of “suspen- sive compilation of video projections sion of time”, by showing each element and programmed lights that bring the of an enchanting innovative clockwork sculpture to life. This ambitious dynamic mechanism, which pave a “golden way” installation is designed to evolve in time, for the visitors. We propose to rediscov- reflect the brand values of Regent Street er the festive season of Christmas with a and convey its atmosphere of glamour new artistic perspective and a touch of during the festive period. avant-garde.

ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Julie Boniche, Artistic Director Cristina Martinez, Assistant Designer Client The Crown Estate & Regent Street Association Country United Kingdom, London Date 2015

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TREE RINGS

ACTLD won the international competi- gathering and unity between people and tive bidding to illuminate the Champs- nature. Elysées in Paris for four years. After the first successful year, our team led by This festive art light installation was con- Koert Vermeulen & Marcos Viñals Bas- ceived and developed ecologically by the sols, created even more aesthetic and application of energy saving technologi- spectacular illuminations by adding new cal solutions, such us the use of LED and features, enhancing the most beautiful solar energy from a photovoltaic farm, avenue in the world. which allowed reduction of energy con- sumption by almost 90 % compared to The basic concept was the following: 2006. on each of the 200 trees on the avenue, in the spirit of our modern creative ap- proach, we installed three rings made of LED strip lights which symbolized the

157 © ACTLD www.actld.com 158 For the 2012-2013 holidays period, we in- troduced a bright new set of colors and dynamic sequences to mark the different moments of the night, and special occa- sions such as Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. We also integrated a curtain of twinkling lights and LED up-lights into the trees in order to create a better per- spective.

For the 2013-2014 edition, we maintained our initial artistic concept but introduced a brand new set of colors inspired by the latest trends. We also programmed a new rhythm for the dynamic effects, with a “long”, “medium” and “fast” tempo.

159 © ACTLD www.actld.com 160 Artists Koert Vermeulen, Lighting Designer – ACTLD Marcos Viñals Bassols, Scenographer Pol Marchandise, Sculptor – Odeaubois Mostafa Hadi, Sculptor – Odeaubois Year 2010 Country France, Lyon

OVO

An experience to live in the heart of a lu- The watery surface at the entrance re- minous egg, symbol of birth, unity and flects the egg-like structure, the lighting, perfection, OVO is an installation created as well as the silhouettes of the visitors. by ACTLD (lighting & scenography) and Bringing the surfaces to life at their pas- Odeaubois (sculpture). sage, the visitors seem to vanish into a metaphysical mist. Indeed, the intensi- The purpose of the art object is to offer a ty and energy conveyed by the forms of multi-sensory experience, in which plays the structure give the impression to be of light, visual and acoustic animations drawn towards the sky. welcome the entering visitors.

Year 2011 - Country Israel, Jerusalem Year 2013 - Country Kazakhstan, Astana Year 2012 - Country China, Beijing

161 © ACTLD www.actld.com 162 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Client Festival Arbres et Lumières Luxembourg & Grand Chelem Year 2008 Country Luxembourg

ARBRES ET LUMIÈRES LUXEMBOURG

For the Luxembourg edition of the light- accompanied the festive atmosphere of ing festival “Arbres et Lumières”, ACTLD this outdoor exhibition along with 10 oth- designed modern and minimalistic light- er artists’ creations situated in emblem- ing sculptures. atic places of the city.

The “4104 LED-Trees” were perfectly inte- grated with the magnificent architecture of the capital. Our sustainable sculptures

163 © ACTLD www.actld.com 164 FORBIDDEN FRUIT

In the framework of the lighting & visual Reflecting its silver glints and random scenography of the project “Indian Wed- colors on the surroundings, the art ob- ding”, produced by Balich Worldwide ject creates spectacular effects and a Shows, we created a made to measure glimpse of retro extravaganza. Made of light art installation to enhance this ex- mirror balls forming a bunch of grapes, it quisite event: “Forbidden Fruit”. embraces the ideas of abundance, myth and legend. “Forbidden Fruit” enraptures The event’s extravagant, yet epic, at- the divine spirit of hedonic festivities and mosphere encouraged us to develop a invites to experience a dreamlike atmos- modern concept design to accompany phere. its poetic narrative. Flowered Italian gar- dens and fairytales decors were propi- tious for our light art installation to add further magic into an already fascinating scenery. The strong visual identity of this art installation embodies the mystery contained in all fairytales, with a sense of luxury and fantasy.

ACTLD Julie Boniche, Senior Designer Pavla Beranova, Project Designer Client & Executive Producer Balich Worldwide Shows Visual & Lighting Scenography of the Art Object ACTLD Year 2014 Country Puglia, Italy

165 © ACTLD www.actld.com 166 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Artistic Director Zo Client City of Jeumont Year 2003 Country LES JUPITÉRIENNES France, Jeumont

The objective of this project was to inform D”, a large warehouse hosting a live show the public about the city’s intentions to with several artists and aerial dancers. convert the abandoned industrial site in the vicinity of a train station. Along the illuminated walkway, over 800sqm of video projections were dis- For ten days, the site was transformed played on the facades of the warehouse into an artistic area. Our lighting design and adjacent buildings. Another show- consisted of several units. At the en- piece of the scenography consisted in trance of the Jeumont train station a son the construction of a 31m high temporary & lumière presenting the history and the totem with integrated interactive lighting future of the site, was set up. system.

Visitors were invited to go to the “Atelier

167 © ACTLD www.actld.com 168 ACTLD Koert Vermeulen, Principal Designer Andrea Mantello, Project Designer Client City of Brussels Year 2006 Country RECIPROCITY Belgium, Brussels

ACTLD created and installed “Reciproc- cities, ACTLD developed a light art instal- ity” for “Solstis - Lumière d’artistes”, a lation inspired by those principles. ”Rec- festival in Brussels held between Decem- iprocity” took its viewers into a journey, ber 2008 and January 2009. The principle starting from “Porte de Namur” where of “Reciprocity” lies in 3 essential mo- light cubes were falling out of the sky, ments: giving, receiving and returning. until a sculpture depicting a mountain of cubes, and throughout the light trees in- Putting into relationship the traditional stalled on “Place Stéphanie”. exchange of gifts at the end of the year and the exchange between people and

169 © ACTLD www.actld.com 170 MADE TO MEASURE

Thanks to our extended scope of services, we can create, develop and integrate iconic art pieces, made to measure objects, multimedia items, new technologies, innovative technical solutions, orig- inal visual scenographies and special programming into our architectural, retail & leisure projects.

We enhance buildings on the exterior and interior, while sparking emotions for the end users and engage them into multisensory experiences within the environment.

Combining our expertise in architecture, interior design, set design and lighting design along with our experience in retail projects, we can offer solutions of high added value for retail branding & communication purposes, for objects of every day use or for interactive customer experiences.

Perfectly integrated into the retail environment, our made to measure objects, with their strong visual impact, fulfill their functional, decorative and aesthetic role while offering a maximum of coherence and a distinctive signature for public areas.

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MEDIA WALL

GOBOS & MINI SPOTS

LUMINAIRES LUMINAIRES SCULPTURE MEDIA FACADE

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BENCHES

SHOP SIGNS STANDING LUMINAIRES LIGHT SCULPTURE

175 © ACTLD www.actld.com 176 BOOGIE FLAMELESS CANDLES

“Boogie” is a flameless candle developed in a very efficient and valued product. Its cut- the perspective of fulfilling standards and ting-edge effect consists in a realistic imi- needs that no other candle can reach. It is tation of the movements of a flame, thanks made for indoor and outdoor uses. to a LED stick incorporating its own sensors and algorithm that controls the flickering of “Boogie” can be deployed in indoor and each candle individually. outdoor sceneries and accompany each event with genuine and distinctive lighting Its tailored programming and the possibil- effects. Every candle can be separately ity to set a different speed, intensity and controlled by DMX. randomness of movement for each flame, make “Boogie” a truly unique solution on Original and unlimited programmable visual the market, able to produce an infinite di- effects as well as quick and easy imple- versity of visual effects. mentation into any project make “Boogie”

Idea & concept by ACTLD Manufacturing by Lux Lumen Made in Belgium

177 © ACTLD www.actld.com 178 Inventor & Principal designer Koert Vermeulen Technical Director Koen Buys Ingenering Department Peter Soetern, Johan Mayer, Benoit Bolsée, Arthur Ketes President & Artistc Director Puy of Fou International Nicolas de Villiers Executive Producer & Operations Puy du Fou International Year 2014 Country NEOPTER Les Épesses, France CHOREOGRAPHED OUTDOOR DRONE SYSTEM

In 2013, the Puy du Fou and Koert Vermeu- at 60 meters above the scene, even in len had the precursory idea to introduce strenuous wind or rain conditions. “Ne- drones in scenography of “Cinéscénie“, opter” is not only a “leading actor” but the world’s biggest nighttime spectacle it also plays the role of “scenic carrier” located in Puy du Fou’s theme park. Af- able to hold lighting decorations in the ter one year of development, ACTLD, in air. Four technological patents were filed partnership with Puy du Fou, successful- to protect its technological advances. ly launched “Neopter”, a new generation “Neopter” can land and take off from drone that adds a new dimension to en- water, fly autonomously thanks to an on- tertainment shows. board “intelligence” and a GPS system. It can also carry sound, video, lighting and Built to operate within an aerial fleet of scenography or special effects, with a autonomous drones, “Neopter” is able weight/power ratio record. to perform synchronized choreographies

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